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$860,570$379 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $855,000 on May 6, 2024

261 W TROPICAL WAY

PLANTATION, FL 33317
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,272 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$861K
$777K low$944K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$855,000 · May 6, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,142 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$554,110 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$521,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$743,810

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.56
79
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBROWARD
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 1,347 ft²Porch · 897 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Tropical Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Seminole Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
South Plantation High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Broward County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33317These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,394
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,140 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,804
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,752
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.75°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.62 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

261 W Tropical Way measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 94% of homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Plantation Preserve
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Broward County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Broward County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Plantation Preserve

What homes are worth in Fort Lauderdale 33317

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$130K$1M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317.

How it measures up in Fort Lauderdale 33317

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Lauderdale 33317.

Estimated value$860,570
CheaperTypical $517,058Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$379
CheaperTypical $283Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,272 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,739 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 261 W Tropical Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlantation PreserveFort Lauderdale 33317Broward County
Estimated valuepricier than$860,57058% of homes94% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37994% of homes93% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than2,272 ft²37% of homes79% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac35% of homes84% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than196978% of homes57% of homes26% of homes

About 261 W Tropical Way

How much is 261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL is $860,570 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $777,422 to $943,718. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL last sell?

261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL last sold on May 6, 2024 for $855,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL?

261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,272 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL built?

261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL?

261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL is assigned to Tropical Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Seminole Middle School (middle), rated B-; South Plantation High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Broward County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL compare to other homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317?

Among the 12,226 homes in Fort Lauderdale 33317, it is worth more than 94% of them ($860,570 against a typical $517,058), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($379 against a typical $283), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,272 ft² against a typical 1,739 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1969 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Broward County, it is worth more than 88% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 W Tropical Way, Plantation, FL was $10,142. The county assessed it at $554,110.

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